Description
This hearty Stuffed Pepper Soup with Ground Beef and Rice captures the classic flavors of stuffed peppers in a comforting bowl. Made with ground beef, bell peppers, tomatoes, and rice, this easy stovetop soup is perfect for a cozy dinner that warms you up and satisfies your appetite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers (red and green), diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 3 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup cooked white or brown rice
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed to reduce greasiness.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the pot and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings: Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything well and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Simmer the Soup: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer gently for 15–20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Finish with Rice: Stir in the cooked rice and continue simmering the soup for another 5 minutes to heat the rice through and thicken the soup slightly.
- Adjust Seasonings and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired for a fresh, colorful finish.
Notes
- You can use uncooked rice directly in the soup by adding an extra cup of broth and simmering 20–25 minutes longer until the rice is tender.
- Ground turkey or ground chicken can be used as a leaner alternative to ground beef.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
